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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,462 reviews)
"The ladies at the front desk were absolutely fantastic!! "
United States
ylona
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,150 reviews)
"Staff was great and welcoming. Food was delicious at restaurant and harbor room view was lovely. Great old hotel with lots of charm."
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$446
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Meeting Street Inn

The Meeting Street Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,031 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anushka
The Meeting Street Inn

Indigo Inn

Indigo Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,058 reviews)
"Nice room, great location. "
United States
Anita
Indigo Inn

Hotel Richemont

Hotel Richemont
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Excellent location, room and staff. Very satisfied with our experience and plan to return and recommend to others. "
United States
Matthew
The price is NZ$632
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Hotel Richemont

Moxy Charleston Downtown

Moxy Charleston Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (681 reviews)
"Overall decent stay "
United States
Jamaya
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Moxy Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Everyone from valet to front desk and staff were very pleasant and helpful. "
United States
Evans
The price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

The Loutrel

The Loutrel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great service, great rooms, great amenities. "
United States
Ignacio
The Loutrel

Emeline

Emeline
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,711 reviews)
"Great spacious room, excellent service and amenities in a perfect location."
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$497
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Emeline

The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice , helpful and friendly staff, great location. Great ambiance for family vacation. "
United States
Nazanin
The Charleston Place

The Ansonborough

The Ansonborough
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,220 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Huge beautiful rooms and a great complementary breakfast. "
United States
Adrianne
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Ansonborough

The Vendue

The Vendue
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (855 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and rooms. "
United States
Sharon
The price is NZ$486
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Vendue

Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,471 reviews)
"Staff was great, clean and beautiful inn, great location, great breakfast!"
United States
Susan
Andrew Pinckney Inn

The Ashley

The Ashley
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (140 reviews)
"The location is very convenient and the room was very clean and well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Dana L
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
The Ashley

The Nickel Hotel

The Nickel Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Room was spotless, staff was very friendly "
United States
Austin
The price is NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
The Nickel Hotel

Hotel Bennett

Hotel Bennett
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (990 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$920
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hotel Bennett

The Dewberry Charleston

The Dewberry Charleston
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and I enjoyed walking around the local area"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$872
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Dewberry Charleston

Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District

Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice, large and clean room. Very pet friendly. Nice location for restaurants and taking DASH for touring the town. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District

The Restoration

The Restoration
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, excellent staff and great location "
United States
adrianne
The price is NZ$554
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Restoration

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,044 reviews)
"The room and hotel were both excellent, offering as much or as little activity as we wished. Everyone on the staff was courteous and helpful. The location was ideal."
United States
Gloria Iris
The price is NZ$525
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Charleston

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lounge
The Loutrel
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Café
86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only
4.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
73 reviews
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Front of property
20 South Battery
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
229 reviews
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Terrace/patio
The Nickel Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
106 reviews
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Premier Suite, Ground Floor
The Iris Charleston
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
140 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Charleston Historic District

Appreciate the authentic antebellum ambiance as you move between historical homes, museums, markets and waterfront parks on foot or by horse-drawn carriage tours.

Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.

King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Charleston like?
Downtown Charleston is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Make sure that you visit Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm as part of your Downtown Charleston travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This inn is a short 7-minute walk from Medical University of South Carolina, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The Pinch Hotel and Zero George Street.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Charleston area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Charleston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1290 Downtown Charleston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Charleston, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Charleston.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Charleston?
For cultural attractions in Downtown Charleston, head to Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, American Theater and PURE Theatre. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Children's Museum of the Lowcountry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Charleston. While you're out sightseeing, Marion Square and John Rivers Communication Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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